nursing home in Ashland, MA

Waterview Lodge LLC, Rehabilitation & Healthcare

250 West Union Street, Ashland, MA 01721 · (508) 848-4200

★★★★★3
Average
CMS overall star rating
  • Health inspections★★★★★2
  • Staffing★★★★★5
  • Quality measures★★★★★2

Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data

Waterview Lodge LLC, Rehabilitation & Healthcare at a glance

Waterview Lodge LLC, Rehabilitation & Healthcare is a 103-bed for-profit nursing home in Ashland, Massachusetts (Middlesex County).

CMS gives it 3 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, close to the Massachusetts average of 3.

Residents receive about 3.9 hours of nursing care per day (0.7 of them from registered nurses), close to the state average of 3.9 hours.

Its most recent standard health inspection (February 25, 2026) found 13 health citations. The Massachusetts average is 6.8.

It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.

Nursing staff turnover is 12.5% per year (state average 38.2%).

Facility details

Type
Nursing home
Ownership
For Profit - Limited Liability Company
Beds
103
Certified for
Medicare and Medicaid
Medicare-certified since
January 1, 1994
Resident/family council
Resident
County
Middlesex County
CMS Certification Number
225598

Ratings

MeasureThis facilityMassachusetts avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better)3 / 53 / 53 / 5Average
Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better)2 / 53 / 52.8 / 5Worse
Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better)5 / 53.1 / 52.9 / 5Better
Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better)2 / 53.3 / 53.6 / 5Worse
Long-stay quality rating (higher is better)2 / 53.4 / 53.8 / 5Worse
Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better)1 / 53 / 53.3 / 5Worse

Staffing

This facility3.87 hrsMassachusetts average3.86 hrsU.S. average3.86 hrs
Total nurse staff hours per resident per day: this facility vs. Massachusetts and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityMassachusetts avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better)3.87 hrs3.86 hrs3.86 hrsAverage
Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better)0.68 hrs0.65 hrs0.69 hrsAverage
Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better)2.46 hrs2.25 hrs2.32 hrsBetter
Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better)3.46 hrs3.48 hrs3.42 hrsAverage
Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better)12.5%38.2%45.8%Better
Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better)16.7%42.6%42.9%Better
Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better)001Better

Inspections

This facility13Massachusetts average7U.S. average9
Health citations in the most recent inspection: this facility vs. Massachusetts and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityMassachusetts avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better)1379Worse
Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better)013Better
Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better)7451.880.6Better

Penalties

This facility0Massachusetts average1U.S. average1
Fines in the past 3 years: this facility vs. Massachusetts and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityMassachusetts avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better)011Better
Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better)$0$34,265$30,972Better
All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better)011Better

Size

MeasureThis facilityMassachusetts avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Certified beds103120107
Average residents per day799986
Occupancy77%82.1%80.9%

Long-stay residents

This facility4.2%Massachusetts average3.4%U.S. average3.2%
Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury: this facility vs. Massachusetts and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityMassachusetts avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better)4.2%3.4%3.2%Worse
Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better)3.8%4.2%4.6%Better
Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better)41.5%21.4%15.4%Worse
Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better)3.7%1.8%1.6%Worse
Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better)1.9%0.8%0.8%Worse
Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better)7.7%16.4%13.9%Better
Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better)6.3%15.4%14.1%Better
Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better)3.1%5.1%5.2%Better
Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better)1.4%15.5%12.8%Better
Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better)0%0.1%0.1%Better
Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better)14.6%19.5%19.5%Better
Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better)2.2%21.2%19%Better
Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better)97.7%94.8%95.5%Average
Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)100%92.6%93.6%Better

Short-stay residents

This facility12.5%Massachusetts average1.4%U.S. average1.6%
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication: this facility vs. Massachusetts and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityMassachusetts avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better)12.5%1.4%1.6%Worse
Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better)45%77.7%79.8%Worse
Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)98.3%78.3%82%Better

Inspection citations

State inspectors cited this home for 37 health deficiencies and 32 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.

DateCitationSeverityStatus
February 25, 2026
Fire safety
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected April 10, 2026
February 25, 2026
Fire safety
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected April 10, 2026
February 25, 2026
Standard
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected April 11, 2026
February 25, 2026
Standard
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected April 11, 2026
February 25, 2026
Standard
Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0585
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected April 11, 2026
February 25, 2026
Standard
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0550
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected April 11, 2026
February 25, 2026
Standard
Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0756
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected April 11, 2026
February 25, 2026
Standard
Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0578
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected April 11, 2026
February 25, 2026
Standard
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0842
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected April 11, 2026
February 25, 2026
Standard
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected April 11, 2026
February 25, 2026
Standard
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0677
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected April 11, 2026
February 25, 2026
Standard
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0761
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected April 11, 2026
February 25, 2026
Standard
Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0605
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected April 11, 2026
February 25, 2026
Standard
Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0676
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected April 11, 2026
February 25, 2026
Standard
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0609
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected April 11, 2026
October 29, 2024
Fire safety
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0321
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected January 7, 2025
October 29, 2024
Fire safety
Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0004
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected January 7, 2025
October 29, 2024
Fire safety
Conduct risk assessment and an All-Hazards approach.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0006
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected January 7, 2025
October 29, 2024
Fire safety
Develop a communication plan.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0029
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected January 7, 2025
October 29, 2024
Fire safety
Establish methods for sharing information.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0033
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected January 7, 2025
October 29, 2024
Fire safety
Conduct testing and exercise requirements.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0039
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected January 29, 2025
October 29, 2024
Fire safety
Implement emergency and standby power systems.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0041
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected January 7, 2025
October 29, 2024
Fire safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected January 7, 2025
October 29, 2024
Fire safety
Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Services Deficiencies · Tag K0521
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected January 7, 2025
October 29, 2024
Fire safety
Have elevators that firefighters can control in the event of a fire.
Services Deficiencies · Tag K0531
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected January 7, 2025
October 29, 2024
Fire safety
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected January 7, 2025
October 29, 2024
Fire safety
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0372
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected January 7, 2025
October 29, 2024
Fire safety
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected January 7, 2025
October 29, 2024
Fire safety
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected January 7, 2025
October 29, 2024
Fire safety
Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0923
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected January 7, 2025
October 29, 2024
Fire safety
Provide a written emergency evacuation plan.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0711
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected January 7, 2025
October 29, 2024
Fire safety
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected January 7, 2025
October 29, 2024
Fire safety
To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0761
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected January 7, 2025
October 29, 2024
Fire safety
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected January 7, 2025
October 29, 2024
Fire safety
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0355
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected January 7, 2025
October 29, 2024
Fire safety
Have an enclosure around a vertical opening shaft.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0311
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected January 7, 2025
October 29, 2024
Fire safety
Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0222
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected January 7, 2025
October 29, 2024
Fire safety
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0211
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected January 7, 2025
October 29, 2024
Fire safety
Establish staff and initial training requirements.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0037
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected January 29, 2025
October 29, 2024
Fire safety
Establish emergency prep training and testing.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0036
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected January 29, 2025
October 29, 2024
Fire safety
Provide emergency officials' contact information.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0031
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected January 29, 2025
October 29, 2024
Fire safety
Establish policies and procedures for volunteers.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0024
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected January 29, 2025
October 29, 2024
Fire safety
Address subsistence needs for staff and patients.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0015
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected January 29, 2025
October 29, 2024
Standard
Ensure meals and snacks are served at times in accordance with resident’s needs, preferences, and requests. Suitable and nourishing alternative meals and snacks must be provided for residents who want to eat at non-traditional times or outside of scheduled meal times.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0809
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected December 8, 2024
October 29, 2024
Standard
Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0887
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected November 22, 2024
October 29, 2024
Standard
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected December 8, 2024
October 29, 2024
Standard
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0760
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected December 8, 2024
October 29, 2024
Standard
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected December 8, 2024
October 29, 2024
Standard
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0761
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected December 8, 2024
October 29, 2024
Standard
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected December 8, 2024
October 29, 2024
Standard
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected November 22, 2024
October 29, 2024
Standard
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0584
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected December 8, 2024
October 29, 2024
Standard
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0600
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected December 8, 2024
October 29, 2024
Standard
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0656
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected December 8, 2024
October 29, 2024
Standard
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0690
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected December 8, 2024
October 29, 2024
Standard
Post nurse staffing information every day.
Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0732
B
No harm, pattern
Corrected December 8, 2024
August 14, 2023
Fire safety
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected September 27, 2023
August 14, 2023
Fire safety
Implement emergency and standby power systems.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0041
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected September 27, 2023
August 14, 2023
Standard
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected September 27, 2023
August 14, 2023
Standard
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0883
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected September 27, 2023
August 14, 2023
Standard
Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0679
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected September 27, 2023
August 14, 2023
Standard
Ensure that the facility has sufficient staff members who possess the competencies and skills to meet the behavioral health needs of residents.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0741
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected September 27, 2023
August 14, 2023
Standard
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0757
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected September 27, 2023
August 14, 2023
Standard
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected September 27, 2023
August 14, 2023
Standard
Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0578
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected September 27, 2023
August 14, 2023
Standard
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected September 27, 2023
August 14, 2023
Standard
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected September 27, 2023
August 14, 2023
Standard
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0656
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected September 27, 2023
August 14, 2023
Standard
Post nurse staffing information every day.
Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0732
C
No harm, widespread
Corrected September 27, 2023

Severity letters follow the CMS scope-and-severity grid: A–C no actual harm with potential for minimal harm; D–F potential for more than minimal harm; G–I actual harm; J–L immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety. How to read inspection citations.

Fines and payment denials

CMS reports no federal fines or payment denials in the past three years.

Owners and managers

Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.

NameRoleShareSince
DESAI, INDIRA
Individual
5% or greater direct ownership interest—12/15/2015
WATERVIEW LODGE LLC
Organization
5% or greater direct ownership interest—12/15/2015
DESAI, INDIRA
Individual
corporate officerNOT APPLICABLE12/15/2015
DESAI, INDIRA
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE12/15/2015
DESAI, INDIRA
Individual
w-2 managing employeeNOT APPLICABLE12/15/2015

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Frequently asked questions

What is Waterview Lodge LLC, Rehabilitation & Healthcare's rating?

Waterview Lodge LLC, Rehabilitation & Healthcare has 3 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Massachusetts nursing homes is 3 stars.

How many inspection citations did Waterview Lodge LLC, Rehabilitation & Healthcare receive?

Its most recent standard health inspection found 13 citations, compared with a Massachusetts average of 6.8. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.

Does Waterview Lodge LLC, Rehabilitation & Healthcare accept Medicare and Medicaid?

CMS lists it as certified for: Medicare and Medicaid. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.

Who owns Waterview Lodge LLC, Rehabilitation & Healthcare?

It is for profit - limited liability company. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.

Where is Waterview Lodge LLC, Rehabilitation & Healthcare and how do I contact it?

Waterview Lodge LLC, Rehabilitation & Healthcare is at 250 West Union Street, Ashland, MA 01721. Phone: (508) 848-4200.

About this data

Ratings and measures come from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. They're based on state inspections, patient surveys and facility reports, and they describe the past. Facilities change, so visit in person and confirm details directly. About our data · Spotted an error? Let us know.